Watch Emily Owens M.D. Online- Pilot Preview

This year every network is attempting to get ahead of the curve with TV fans by releasing shows online early prior to their official network premiere.

So far, early releases of new series have resulted in huge ratings boost for networks. NBC had a big night with Revolution after the series premiered weeks early. ABC scored big with Nashville after the network released the pilot for the most buzzed about series this fall one week before it’s official TV premiere.

Only time will tell if these shows will sustain their ratings, but it seems safe to say releasing shows early does help generate buzz and in some case can give networks a boost in the ratings department.

This week CW is taking a shot at the early release tactic. CW released the pilot for their newest medical drama Emily Owens M.D before the network premiere on Tuesday (see below). Will the early release result in a ratings boost? We won’t know the answer to that until after Emily Owens M.D.’s official premiere (CW- Tuesday 9/8c).

For now, watch the pilot and tell us if you think CW has a hit and if you will be tuning into Emily Owens M.D. this season.

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